Ultimate Kenya
and Tanzania
A luxury safari offering the "Best of the Best" in Kenya and Tanzania. Prepare to have your expectations exceeded!
Trip Details
Nairobi | Samburu Game Reserve | Maasai Mara | Serengeti
- Summary
- Itinerary
- Pricing
- Options & Add-ons
Experience
- Amazing wildlife sightings in open-vehicle safaris
- Enjoy evening sundowners as you watch a magical sunset
- Intimate walking safaris
- In migration season, witness “the greatest show on earth”
Discover
- Endless plains of the Serengeti, one of Africa’s greatest wildlife regions
- The Samburu "special six" - unique game species of the north
Relax
- In a stunning spa as you gaze out over African savannahs.
- In an elegant and luxurious safari tent
Learn
- About conservation in Africa’s great reserves
Day 1 - Nairobi
Jambo and Welcome to Nairobi!
On arrival you will be met by a Lion World Travel and transferred to your hotel. Relax overnight at the stunning Hemingways Nairobi,
The 5-star Hemingways Nairobi is a boutique hotel that elevates the standard of luxury service. This plantation-style property is a 40-minute drive from Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
All rooms are spacious with en-suite bathrooms. Each room has an attentive butler on hand to tend to every detail in your room. Beyond the balustrade of your private balcony, is the view of The Green Hills of Africa, as described in Hemingway’s novel. Complimentary wired and Wi-Fi internet access is available.
Accommodation: Hemingways Nairobi – Deluxe Room
Day 2 - Nairobi/Samburu
After breakfast, transfer to Wilson Airport in time for your scheduled flight to Samburu.
Upon arrival at the local airstrip, you will be met by your local driver-guide and with a short game drive enroute to arrive in time for lunch at the luxurious Sasaab Camp.
The 5-star Sasaab Lodge is situated on a ridge above the banks of the mighty Ewaso Nyiro River in north-central Kenya. Each room is designed to offer majestic views across the Laikipia Plateau towards Mount Kenya. Its position on the river naturally facilitates watching the herds of elephants that come to bathe.
Spend the afternoon discovering the unique wildlife of the reserve, which is famous for its elephants and lions. Return to the camp in time to relax before dinner.
Accommodation: Sasaab Lodge – Suite (B, L, D)
Day 3 - Samburu
Sasaab is close to the Buffalo Springs National Reserves with an astounding number of animals from huge majestic elephant to lion, leopard and cheetah and the ‘Samburu Special Six’: the Beisa Oryx, reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Gerenuk antelope, Guenther's dik-dik and Somali ostrich.
Enjoy guided walks, bird watching, and stargazing or for the more adventurous take a game drive or spend a night or two in the further reaches of the conservation, sleeping under the stars – additional costs may apply.
Accommodation: Sasaab Lodge – Suite (B, L, D)
Day 4 - Samburu/Maasai Mara
This morning you will fly to the Maasai Mara and stay at the stunning luxury Mahali Mzuri Camp.
Mahali Mzuri Camp is located just north of the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Gorgeous, tented suites on raised platforms include a spacious bedroom, en-suite bathroom, sitting area and a large deck with views over the landscape – perfect for spotting the game that will almost certainly wander into view!
Later venture out on an evening game drive that will surely provide amazing close encounters with the Mara’s fantastic wildlife.
Please Note: Luggage restrictions on the Kenya Tanzania light aircraft transfer flights is 15kg/33lbs in soft bags – including hand luggage.
Accommodation: Mahali Mzuri - Tented Suite (B, L, D)
Day 5 - Maasai Mara
In migration season witness the Great Migration, as the camp is located right in the path of the annual migration. There is an abundance of resident game all year round which will provide excellent wildlife sightings on morning and evening game drive. A number of lion pride territories meet in the Motorogi Conservancy which can make for some interesting encounters.
Accommodation: Mahali Mzuri - Tented Suite (B, L, D)
Day 6 - Maasai Mara
Depart on a hot Air Balloon safari and bush breakfast today (weather dependent) .
Accommodation: Mahali Mzuri - Tented Suite (B, L, D)
Day 7 - Maasai Mara/Serengeti
Your once in a lifetime experience continues with a light aircraft flight from Masai Mara to Mara to Migori, road transfer to Isebania and cross the border to Tanzania for Immigration formalities followed by a road transfer to Tarime. From Tarime you will fly to Kogatende and on to the Serengeti National Reserve.
Serengeti Bushtops is an oasis of 5-star luxury within one of the world’s most magical settings. Gaze out over the stunning scenery in the furthest northern reaches of the Serengeti National Park. It is a secluded oasis of old-world luxury that blends in seamlessly with its pristine environment.
Accommodation: Serengeti Bushtops Camp – Luxury Tent (B, L, D)
Day 8 - Serengeti
Enjoy a full day game drive in the Serengeti, with a picnic lunch.
This is a vast area, where you could see wildebeest, zebra, a wide variety of gazelle, hippos, elephant, buffalo, mongoose, and rock hyrax as well as the predators, lion, leopard, cheetah and hyena.
Accommodation: Serengeti Bushtops Camp – Luxury Tent (B, L, D)
Day 9 - Serengeti/Kilimanjaro/Depart
Bid farewell to an amazing experience as you fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your homebound flight. (B)
Return home with memories of a lifetime!
Add-Ons
Gorilla Trekking
We suggest you enhance this once in a lifetime trip with a moving and poignant visit with endangered Mountain Gorillas. A 4-night extension to Rwanda to participate in gorilla trekking is highly recommended. See our Gorillas of Rwanda itinerary for more details.
Azure Zanzibar
Zanzibar is the perfect post-safari beach destination, with its white sandy beaches, azure waters and alluring culture. Check out our Azure Zanzibar itinerary or speak to one of our Africa Specialists for more information.
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS
Maasai Village
A visit to a local Maasai village is always an interesting cultural experience as you meet this pastoral tribe and learn about their day-to-day lives.
Hot Air Balloon
Enhance your safari with a peaceful and scenic view over the Serengeti in a hot air balloon.
Contact one of our Lion World Travel Africa specialist will advise you on additional costs for these extra activities.
Prices are in US Dollars and are per person based on double occupancy accommodations. Based on a minimum of 2 passengers to operate. Single supplement pricing available on request.
| July 1 - Oct 31 | Nov 1 - Nov 30 | Dec 1 - Dec 19 | Dec 20 - Dec 31 | |
| Selling Price | $16900 | $12200 | $12200 | $16900 |
Inclusions:
- Accommodation as stipulated in the itinerary.
- Meals as stipulated in the itinerary.
- Selected, non-premium beverages (alcohol and non-alcohol, selection varies by lodge)
- Services of an English speaking driver-guide, game viewing drives.
- All meet and greet services.
- All arrival and departure transfers.
- Internal flights: Wilson to Samburu, Samburu to Masai Mara, Masai Mara to Wilson, Wilson to Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro to Kogatende and Kogatende to Kilimanjaro.
- Hot Air Balloon Safari at Mahali Mazuri (weather dependent)
Exclusions:
- International flights and flight taxes
- Items of a personal nature such as laundry and telephone calls etc
- All other services not mentioned
- Gratuities/Tips for game rangers, tour guides, and drivers
- Costs of obtaining Passports or Visas
- Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption and Medical Insurance are required for the entire duration of your travels – please note that insurance for this trip is a mandatory requirement from suppliers in Africa – proof of insurance must be provided before bookings are confirmed. It is your personal responsibility to ensure you have sufficient insurance coverage.
Baggage
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Travel Testimonial
"To say that the trip was a once in a lifetime, would be an understatement. The tour companies and lodges that were provided, were at least five star. All amenities and personnel were outstanding. Every detail was taken care of for us. All we had to do is show up and enjoy the nature show."
